October could be a good time to visit Lulea, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +6°C, and there are typically 5 sunny days in October. However, expect about 11 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 50 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+6°C
Avg. max. temperature
-13°C
Min.
+16°C
Max.
50 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lulea has OK weather in October.
Average temperature in Lulea in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lulea for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +3°C with a maximum of +12°C and a minimum of -11°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 74% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +12°C to -5°C.
Is Lulea warm or cold in October?
Lulea is typically cool in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +12°C to +6°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +7°C to +1°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Lulea:
Water temperature in Lulea in October
Water in Lulea in October is Cold. It varies from +5°C to +11°C, with an average of +8°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +6°C.
In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Lulea are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +16°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of -1°C.
Can you swim in Lulea in October?
We would not recommend swimming in Lulea in October, the water is very cold (+8°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Lulea in October
Lulea weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+12°C
+6°C
0°C
Min. temperature
-3°C
-13°C
-20°C
Max. temperature
+22°C
+16°C
+12°C
Rainfall
66 mm
50 mm
23 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C
+8°C
+5°C
Humidity
80%
84%
87%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
5
5
3
Cloudy days
10
10
11
Rainy days
15
11
5
Snowy days
0
4
10
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +12°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +6°C.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 66 mm to 50 mm.Humidity rises from 80% to 84%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 5 sunny days during the month.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Lulea in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Lulea is gradually decreasing during October, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Lulea based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 47 mm, with a 32% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Lulea wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 74 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during October in Lulea based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in October is about 12 mm, with a 13% chance of snow on a typical day.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last October in Lulea?
This is the weather in Lulea in October 2023:
1 October
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+12°C
2 October
🌧️
+8°C
3 October
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+9°C
4 October
☀️
+10°C
5 October
☀️
+8°C
6 October
☀️
+6°C
7 October
☀️
+5°C
8 October
☀️
+7°C
9 October
☀️
+5°C
10 October
🌧️
+6°C
11 October
🌧️
+7°C
12 October
☁️
+4°C
13 October
☀️
+5°C
14 October
🌫️
+5°C
15 October
☁️
+5°C
16 October
☁️
+7°C
17 October
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+2°C
18 October
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+2°C
19 October
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+1°C
20 October
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0°C
21 October
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+1°C
22 October
☁️
-2°C
23 October
☁️
-1°C
24 October
☁️
-2°C
25 October
☁️
+1°C
26 October
🌨️
+1°C
27 October
🌨️
0°C
28 October
🌨️
0°C
29 October
🌨️
-3°C
30 October
☁️
-5°C
31 October
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-5°C
In October 2023 Lulea had 13 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +3°C, with an absolute maximum of +12°C and a minimum of -5°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Lulea climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Lulea in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+2°C) and the highest in 2020 (+8°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 158 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 767 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lulea in October:
Is October a good time to visit Lulea?
It’s always a good time to visit Lulea, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Lulea in October?
Not really, October is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Lulea in October?
Swimming in Lulea in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Lulea rainy in October?
Lulea is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Lulea in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lulea in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lulea, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.